Economic development refers to the process of improving the economic well-being of a region. It involves increasing wealth, reducing poverty, and enhancing living standards. This can be achieved through various means, such as industrialisation, infrastructure development, and education. In India, economic development has been influenced by historical events, government policies, and cultural factors. Sustainable practices are essential for long-term growth.
The SHANTI Act 2025 marks a major shift in India’s nuclear energy sector. It opens nuclear power development to public and private players, academia, and industry. The goal...
The 2026 visit of Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney to India marked improvement in bilateral ties. The focus was on pragmatic deliverables, moving past earlier political tensions. This...
Recent events in 2026 have seen Iran effectively block the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for about 20% of the world’s oil supply. This move is a...
The LPG cylinder and pressure cooker have become symbols of modern Indian domestic life. Since 1955, these kitchen essentials have represented progress and family unity. The 2016 Pradhan...
India recently updated its GDP calculation method and data weights. This change was needed due to major shifts in the economy since 2011-12. The Ministry of Statistics and...
India is rapidly advancing its semiconductor industry, inspired by the Prime Minister’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India, Make for the World. The government’s focus is...
India’s housing sector has witnessed progress with targeted government interventions. The Special Window for Affordable and Mid-Income Housing Investment Fund (SWAMIH), launched in 2019, addresses stalled residential projects...
India’s innovation scene in 2026 shows promise but also challenges. Despite large government investments and reforms, the country struggles with low private-sector R&D, weak research commercialisation, and limited...
India introduced new labour codes with draft central rules released in December 2025. These codes aim to reform labour laws, increase job formalisation, boost female workforce participation, and...
India’s housing sector has witnessed a major transformation with the introduction of the SWAMIH Fund. Launched in 2019, SWAMIH (Special Window for Affordable and Mid-Income Housing Investment Fund)...
